Bilingual Sr. EHS Manager

Overview

Lead EHS strategy and operations for civil projects, ensuring safety compliance and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

• ehs strategy
• compliance audits
• incident investigation
• safety reporting
• leadership coaching
• stakeholder collaboration

Tasks

-Represents the organization in community or industry safety associations and programs. -Lead and align a team of Operational EHS direct reports to EHS’ strategic intent by focusing the teams’ activities and holding each individual accountable for results. -Drives consistent implementation of Aecon EHS strategy, vision, programs, policies and initiatives across operational sector / project(s). -Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. -Assist sector with marketing strategies, prequalification’s, bids and proposals. -Ensures compliance to the Occupational Health & Safety Act and other pertinent legislation. -Assist in Labour Relations matters as required. -Prepares quarterly status reports for VP of Safety. -Inspects and Audits project facilities and recommends corrective and/or preventative measures. -Works closely with relevant senior operational leadership to coach, guide and mentor on EHS requirements and leadership behaviors expected by Aecon. -Maintain a pulse on EHS related concerns or developments and provide pragmatic and timely solutions to address issues that impact the attainment of business objectives. -Develop EHS proposals and assists in marketing strategies and presentations. -Build strong relationships with EHS counterparts on JVs to ensure ongoing collaboration, communication and support. -Manages the day-to-day activities of Aecon EHS operations within assigned sector/project(s). -Actively participate in operational Senior Management team meetings and engage senior leaders on EHS related issues and opportunities with a focus on action. -Collaborates with EHS Claims team on workers’ compensation and claims management processes. -Supervise/conduct accident investigations, analyze trends and ensure corrective actions are addressed. -Management of work-related accident files. -Member of the Safety Senior Management Team accountable for contributing to the development of EHS strategy at the organizational level.

Requirements

• crsp
• ehs
• 3+ yrs
• french
• construction
• change mgmt

What You Bring

-Highly skilled communicator. -Ability to influence the strategic direction of the business at a sector level. -3+ years’ experience with carrying out major incident investigations. -Knowledge of change management principles – ability to drive, lead and support change at the Organizational and Sector/Project(s) level. -Familiar with the players in all related industries. Understands competitive environment and industry trends in the medium to long term. -Bilingual with a high level of spoken and written French. -In-depth knowledge and ability to strategically apply legal requirements across a business sector or region. -A professional designation such as a CRSP, NCSO is preferred. -3+ years’ experience delivering EHS training and formal presentations to leadership. -Familiar with the various union agreements within Quebec. -3+ years’ experience researching and preparing high level reports on EHS and improvement strategies at the sector level. -3+ years’ experience working in an EHS functional group, including implementing enterprise-wide programs and initiatives. -University degree, Community College or equivalent experience in the Health, Safety, Environment field. -3+ years’ experience in a senior OHS role in the Construction industry. -Understanding of the CNESST worker’s compensation for Quebec and claims management process. -Ability to contribute to, drive and communicate the Aecon EHS strategy and vision.

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About Aecon Group Inc.

-From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877. -Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works. -Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations. -Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments. -Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development. -While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions. -Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.

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